Name: Crock Pot Little Smokies Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 3 h
Total time: 3 h 5 min
Yield: 6 Servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 14 ounces Lil Smokies Sausages; 12 ounces Chili Sauce; 12 ounces Grape Jelly

From the Cook

1/6

Crock Pot Little Smokies Recipe

It is a Keeper Verified

Ingredients

Warning0 allergens identified

Crock Pot Little Smokies Recipe

14 ounces Lil Smokies Sausages

12 ounces Chili Sauce

12 ounces Grape Jelly

Instructions

This recipe also lives on It is a Keeper. Show them some love by checking it out! 😊

Check out original post! 😊

Original PostView

Instructions

Drain the liquid from the package of Smokies.

Place Smokies in the bottom of the slow cooker.

Pour chili sauce and grape jelly over Smokies.

Cover and cook on low for about 2-3 hours, stirring occasionally to combine the chili sauce & the grape jelly as the jelly melts.

Smart Nutrition

My Calorie Intake

0
Review & Earn

Be the first to review this recipe and earn a 20% Bonus

Level up & unlock free Premium by reviewing recipes!

My Notes

Your kitchen notebook is waiting.

Whether it's a recipe tweak or an inspiration burst — jot it down here.

Tips & Tricks (5)

Balance Your Sauce Ratio 🍯
Use equal parts grape jelly and chili sauce (about 1 cup each) to achieve the perfect sweet-spicy balance; adjust slightly based on your preference for sweeter or spicier results.
Brown the Smokies First 🔥
Quickly sear the little smokies in a skillet before adding to the crock pot to develop a caramelized exterior and deeper flavor that won't get lost in the sauce.
Layer Your Ingredients Strategically 📚
Pour half the sauce on the bottom of the crock pot, add smokies, then top with remaining sauce to ensure even coating and prevent sticking during the cooking process.
Stir Halfway Through 🔄
Even though it's a 'set and forget' recipe, give it a gentle stir at the halfway point to redistribute flavors and ensure all smokies are evenly coated in the sauce.
Keep Warm on Low, Not High ⏱️
Cook on LOW for 2-3 hours instead of HIGH for 1 hour to prevent the jelly from caramelizing too much and to keep the smokies tender rather than shriveled.